TOP MANGA OF THE MONTH

~ Lunar Lounge Scans ~ "Every moment of my life was a mess." "This is by far the worst choice I've ever made." Kang Hye-ri, who used to hang out with low-quality friends during her school days and cause trouble, finds her life spiraling downward the moment shes implicated in a classmate's murder case. With a history of various assaults and frauds, all she has left is a mountain of loan shark debt and a shabby semi-basement studio apartment. To repay her debts, Hye-ri resorts to kidnapping a woman walking out of a wealthy house late at night... But as fate would have it, the woman Hye-ri kidnaps turns out to be a cross-dressing serial killer. Just when she thought she had abducted some pervert, the woman's words are even more shocking: "If I had to choose, I prefer women like you."

A certain high school boy who admired protagonists from manga and games died while saving a child. At that moment, God appeared and said he would reincarnate him as the protagonist in a visual novel game world. The boy trembled with joy, but that was God's big lie. His reincarnation destination was actually as a pathetically weak stepping-stone character! However, his extraordinary, abnormal efforts based on his delusion of being the protagonist began to drastically rewrite the status of this weak character! This changed the original course of the story, saved beautiful girls, and eventually even saved the world...? The heroic tale of a misunderstanding man who saves the world through sheer conviction!

"How can my past self get so excited doing all those embarrassing things!?" When he was in the third year of middle school, Hizaki Shiou was summoned to another world to save it. After defeating the Demon King, he was forcibly returned back to the present day. Yet another three years later, he is summoned to the other world once again, this time to stop the rampage of the secret society "Helheim." That organization was supposedly actually the one that he had founded during his chuunibyou phase, where he called himself the "Corpse King"—a dark past too embarrassing to remember! Someone seems to be impersonating the name of "Helheim" and tarnishing its reputation. To uncover the truth behind this mystery and clear the organization's name, the Corpse King reunites with his former subordinates, the "Hakkai," who once made Helheim the strongest it had ever been. While agonizing over his dark past, he begins to take action in the other world once again. Their first stop is the Steel City of Gagiul—rescue the city struggling through famine as well as the pale-looking count's daughter in distress. "Helheim, moving out."

Alex, a devoted metaller, finds himself in deep sorrow at his band's breakup concert. Amidst the sadness, he experiences an electrical accident due to equipment trouble… When he wakes up, he discovers he has been transported to another world! In this new world, Alex encounters situations that are a metaller's dream, featuring werewolves and dragons, which excite him immensely. Determined to lead this otherworld to peace with his metal spirit, Alex sets out on an adventurous journey!

In 2035, the virtual reality game Warlord changed the world. Betrayed by his guild and defeated by a top player, Hyrkan loses everything. Before he can get revenge, a fatal accident ends his life — only for him to wake up years in the past, back at the start of Warlord. Now, with his memories intact, he’s determined to rise to the top alone. But in a game where power means everything, can he truly survive without any allies? The Emperor of Solo Play is back, and this time, he’s playing by his own rules.

At Yeongweoldang shrine lives Kim Seo-ryeong, a veteran mansin (female shaman). Noh Seung-rae, who was born into a shaman family yet has spent his life rejecting the calling, seeks her help because his young daughter has suddenly lost her sight. Offended by Seung-rae’s scornful disbelief in shamanism, Seo-ryeong turns him down and leaves. But that very night—and every night after—unsettling dreams invade Seo-ryeong’s sleep, showing her fragments of Seung-rae’s past. Unable to ignore the signs, she starts investigating the household… and the aura surrounding that little girl is anything but ordinary!

This is an anthology of short comics. It documents all of the amazing thoughts I’ve had based in this city. Even though it’s just a drop, or just a rumour, I’ve done my best to make them interesting. I hope you’ll like it.

"I'm curious about men, and since you're the only man in this house, I'll have to see what you've got!" Yeonseul became a young widow when her husband died an untimely death before they could even consummate their marriage on their wedding night. Living quietly as a solitary young mistress wasn't enough for Yeonseul, as her curiosity for men only grew. In the midst of this, Dolsoe, a well-built and handsome servant of the household, seems to keep lingering around her... Now that her father-in-law is away! Yeonseul finally can't suppress her curiosity and decides to draw Dolsoe in.

Aiko, now in her first year of high school, reunites with her senior from her senior days, Masumi, and is invited to be the manager of the baseball team. Aiko has secretly had feelings for Masumi, who she has admired since middle school. However, whether Masumi knows about Aiko's feelings or not, he has been acting indifferent to everything outside of baseball... Just as Aiko is trying to forget her unrequited love, a baseball team member named Shiba Motohiko appears before her, claiming to know her from middle school.

Among all creatures born of nature, dragons are revered as the most sacred. Legend has it that a dragon's *yeouiju* — a mystical orb — holds the power to grant any wish. One day, a celestial maiden named Seolha discovers a dragon hatchling. Hoping he might one day fulfill her deepest desire, she takes him in. But as the young dragon, Yuseong, grows, so too does the bond between them — and Seolha finds herself irresistibly drawn to him...

Do I really have to work here from now on...? Maya Blanche was born the daughter of nobility, but the family's wealth is in ruins due to her father's loan. The only place she could find immediate work as a noblewoman was the most fearsome house in all the land, the San-Chevalier House. There are rumors of servants of the house going missing... as pain and fear comes over Maya, she suddenly feels a strong head pain and all her memories come flooding back to her. "In my previous life... I was a high school student!" Maya was reincarnated into the world of one of her favorite fantasy novels after an accident on her way home from her maid cafe job! She now remembers the head of the house, Etel San-Chevalier, is actually an assassin...! Now begins the story of an isekai love fantasy of excitement and wonder, avoiding the death flags at all costs!

Now that zombies are everywhere, Andray and the other survivors must survive this Apocalypse. But how will they all survive when they're just kids? How will they ever find help? Will they all still be alive?

Five years ago, the male protagonist’s brother defeated the hidden boss subspecies of the fairy king in the game “The World of the Immortal King”, and then disappeared from the world. When the family gave up looking for his brother, it was only five years for the male protagonist to realize that all this might be related to the game, and for five years, he insisted on

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. A weary office worker, drained by the demands of a black company, finds his monotonous life taking an unexpected turn. One day, mistaking a plastic bag caught on a utility pole for a cat, he leans over his balcony to investigate. His concerned neighbor, misinterpreting his actions as a suicide attempt, intervenes dramatically. Upon regaining consciousness, he discovers he's been bound and confined in her apartment. The neighbor, exhibiting obsessive affection, declares, "You're safe now... I'll take care of you forever." Thus begins a twisted tale of captivity, where the lines between protection and possession blur.

One day, the newcomer Kyoji suddenly steals the No.1 spot from him. Asuka struggles to win it back, but nothing goes right—in fact, he ends up being saved by Kyoji from trouble instead...? A super cheerful, larger-than-life rookie No.1 host × the former No.1, a pure-hearted tsundere beauty. A must-fall-in-love night romance between two complete opposites begins now☆

“It’s bland…” Vail Doiron, frigid in his day to day life, sneaks out and discovers that life has more flavor than he could’ve imagined. When Vail finally qualifies for the honors class, it seems that his efforts remain futile compared to his classmate. Between friendly smiles and card games, Vail is quick to notice a new taste for...?

"How do you know how I'll handle you?" After her father's business goes bankrupt, Seohui is left with an unbearable debt. The days that once seemed like they would shine forever vanish, and she’s left floundering in despair and hopelessness. Then one rainy day, Seo Gwangmu appears. "How do you know how I'll handle you?" "You're someone I shouldn’t trust, right?" "No, you can trust me." She knew from the start that he was dangerous. But the tenderness and pleasure he gave— she couldn’t resist. "Do you like it? Your man would never let you down." "W-wait. Slow down. Mmph." "No matter whose arms you're in, don’t forget what you look like right now." Because he might also be the only way out of this hell.

Sierra Delight, heiress of the Black Panther Clan. Due to the biggest mistake of her life, she ends up in an arranged marriage with someone far beneath her in status. Her partner: a member of the Rabbit Clan, known for competing with the Squirrel Clan for last place in the Beastmen’s Tournament. —“Fine, then! It’s going to be divorce. I’ll make sure there’s no other option but divorce!” With a reluctant heart, she enters the bridal chamber… but— —“Haah… Calm down a bit! Damn horny rabbit!” —“…It’s our wedding night… our first… night…” The rabbit she thought was weak turns out to be way too strong and skilled in bed! By day, he’s an innocent, sweet, and gentle rabbit. —“I love how it feels to be inside you, Lady Sierra…” —“It’s so warm… I want to keep thrusting into you… it would be wonderful if we could just melt into one…” But at night… he turns into a lustful, rutting beast. —“…Was I tricked into marrying him?” Will Sierra be able to find satisfaction with her rabbit husband?

Mo-Ah, the daughter of a fresh fruit shaved ice shop, who always helps her father's shop every summer. She thought this summer would go by like any other— but the moment she sees the new part-timer her father brought in, all her expectations melt away like shaved ice. "You work here too, sister? You're awesome!" A playful voice, a face with a sly smile. The troublesome delinquent Park Si-Heon that she bumped into on the last day of school was right in front of her! The guy she hoped to never see again came in as a part-timer this summer. The two people who had a shaky start clashing every day at the shop— words colder than shaved ice and emotions hotter than the sun start to mix in the shop.

For nineteen years, Wel stood as the Holy Sword Hero, defending the Kingdom of Klenrad from monstrous threats. With just one year left before his retirement, betrayal struck from the shadows. Framed by the royal princesses, he was branded a criminal and exiled from the kingdom he bled to protect. Stripped of his name and honor, Wel vanished beyond the borders of mankind—into the lands of the demonfolk. There, he was taken in by Natalia, a fierce warrior of the Oni Tribe, and her daughter, Delilah. Wel began a new chapter among the demonkind, gradually finding peace as he built a quiet life in their village. As bonds grew between him, Natalia, and Delilah, the former hero who once stood at the forefront of war now embraced a life of warmth, healing... and the calm before whatever storm might come next.

“If you want me to complete the story… Are you telling me to put on a play or something?” “You understood correctly. That’s exactly it.” “I see. That’s simpler than I expected. I thought something serious had happened the way you were trying to scare me, Sir Estel.” At the mention of performing a play, Alyssa’s expression brightened. But despite her cheerful face, Lennard still looked uneasy. “No, I don’t think it’s quite that simple… not like the Saintess believes.” “…Pardon?” “The title of the script is… ‘The Saintess Ravished… by the Holy Knight’ after all…”

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The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. On his way home from work after an all-nighter, the workaholic Dr. Jikumaru Touji falls through a mysterious hole and wakes up in... another world! There, he stumbles upon the nearly dead assassin Naina and saves him with his "healing powers," but come morning, he discovers that for some reason, he now looks like a kid!? Jik (Jikumaru) starts looking for a way to return, while Naina protects him from this strange new world where the only law seems to be the law of the jungle. While Jik is busy with that, though, he starts to feel that maybe living in this world together with Naina wouldn't be so bad... but is that possible?

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. In 21st century Japan. to protect superior genes present among its population and secure the creation of geniuses for Japan's next generation. the government has a peculiar plan in effect at a center for child prodigies. All of the young men and women raised at the center demonstrate their talents in specific fields and go on to contribute to the development of Japanese society - all but Kurumi. who shows little promise as a genius. With valuable tax yen on the line. the center decides to make Kurumi demonstrate her talents in other ways...